Avengers of the Whirlpool Family.

Chapter 534: Sneer
So, if we only look at the record of defeating the Eight-Tails Jinchuriki alone.

Tobirama was confident that he could intercept this boy with the white eyes, but he was a little confused about Uzumaki Menma. He was very clear about how powerful the Eight Gates Ninjutsu was. He had studied this technique himself in the past, but it was a pity that this technique had very high physical requirements for the learner (if there were really no requirements at all, let alone Danzo's character, at least some people in the Root would definitely be forced to learn the Eight Gates Ninjutsu, so that they could launch a suicidal attack for Danzo at the critical moment.)
Even with the level of an expert in forbidden techniques research like Tobirama.

He could only master six of the Eight Gates Formation.

He couldn't open the seventh door by himself no matter what.

Not to mention the Eight Gates Ninjutsu in extreme situations. Without practical experience, it would be difficult for Tobirama to judge what level of power this technique would unleash when one's life was exhausted.

Moreover, the same technique will have different power when performed by different people.

Kai and Xiao Li are a good example of contrast.

Tobirama did not witness the final battle between Menma and Gai with his own eyes, and could only judge it through indirect information. Tobirama could only speculate that Menma's strength might be comparable to that of his older brother, or slightly stronger.

Therefore, the moment he learned that Menma had only brought Toneri with him.

Tobirama's heartstrings suddenly tensed up.

Because different meanings represent completely different developments.

What is the basis for Menma Uzumaki to do this?
It is very important to Tobirama.

"Isn't it true that he is much stronger than Anika?"

Tobirama looked deeply towards the west. The two chakra auras had already entered his perception range. His whole body tensed up subconsciously at that moment.

Sarutobi Hiruzen, who was standing behind Hashirama and Tobirama, also looked solemn.

Uzumaki Menma.

Like Naruto, he is Minato's biological child.

Just because of his red hair, he inherited the perfect bloodline of the Uzumaki clan and became the third generation Jinchūriki of the Hidden Leaf Village who sealed the Nine-Tails.

Originally, Sarutobi Hiruzen really thought that Menma's identity as a Jinchuriki was too special and required special care.

That's what separated the two brothers.

Hiding Menma's identity as the son of the Hokage is also because it is believed that doing so will be more suitable for Menma's growth.

Does Sarutobi Hiruzen have any selfish motives?
That’s not true.

Because if Sarutobi Hiruzen felt that he really needed to have 100% control over Menma, he might as well take Menma back to his home and raise him personally. In that case, according to common sense, wouldn't Menma be even more grateful to Sarutobi Hiruzen when he grows up?

The reason why Sarutobi Hiruzen did that was really because the Third Hokage thought that was the most correct thing to do.

But the facts gave Sarutobi Hiruzen a slap in the face.

A series of events that happened later proved that he was wrong.

The Third Hokage was not a bad guy.

It's really just pure stupidity and cowardice.

After a while.

"whoosh"

"whoosh"

In the dense forest opposite.

Under the watchful eyes of Hashirama, Tobirama, and Hiruzen.

The two straight figures of Menma and Sheren flew out together.

The line of sight of intersection.

The figures that they saw each other.

Looking at the 'familiar' faces of Hashirama and the other two, Menma's mouth corners slightly raised, revealing a faint smile.

Just a light tap of one foot.

Menma leaped up and landed directly on the head of the stone statue of Uchiha Madara.

"Haha, I didn't expect that you would be the first one to arrive and wait. This is really rude of me as a junior."

Menma said leisurely.

"Haha, we just arrived a little while ago, there's no need to be so polite, Menma boy."

Seeing Menma's red hair and the feeling of the traditional Uzumaki clan's bloodline, Hashirama's face revealed a very gentle look.

His wife is from the Uzumaki clan.

At the beginning, she was like a little princess of the Uzumaki clan.

The Senju clan and the Uzumaki clan became more steadfast allies because of the union of Hashirama and Mito.

The alliance between Konohagakure Village and Uzushio Village also came from this.

"No, Mr. Shodai is my elder after all. My mother once regarded Mito-senpai as a grandmother. From this point of view, Mr. Shodai is also my elder, and the necessary etiquette cannot be missed."

Menma still had that faint smile on his face as he spoke softly.

From the bottom of his heart, Menma actually has some respect for people like Senju Hashirama, because he is truly consistent and not the kind of person who says one thing and does another. More importantly, he is always honest to anyone, even his enemies. This is why the enemies of the ninja villages in various countries in the ninja world at that time all had a very high opinion of Hashirama.

This is an existence worthy of respect.

He has the pride of a strong man, but not the arrogance of a strong man.

In the true sense of doing what he said, regardless of whether the path he chose was correct, at least Hashirama Senju really did what he promised. In contrast, Naruto is actually far behind the first Hokage.

To give a most direct example, Naruto himself once made a solemn declaration to Neji during the Chunin Exam that he would change the Hyuga clan after he became Hokage, but what happened in the end?

Anyone who understands understands.

Perhaps there are indeed hidden stories and difficulties that cannot be explained, but the fact is that Naruto broke his promise.

He didn't do what he promised.

And listening to Menma's words.

The smile on Hashirama's eyes became more and more intense. In Hashirama's simple mind, he thought that this was a good child with such a gentle and polite attitude.

Hashirama suddenly felt that everything could be discussed.

If there really is no room for negotiation, people would not have such an attitude.

right?
In fact, in a sense, Hashirama was not wrong in his guess. Menma did come with the intention of negotiating, but the content of the negotiation was completely different from what Hashirama had imagined.

The war can be avoided, but the prerequisite is that Konoha must agree to all of Menma's demands.

There was no way that Hashirama could notice this, only Tobirama's eyes twitched slightly at this moment.

Because when he saw Menma like this, Tobirama couldn't help but recall the appearance and voice of an old friend in the past.

That smile, that tone, that attitude.

And the sense of atmosphere it brings.

Don't be too familiar with Tobirama.

'This boy! '

Tobirama felt that if he hadn't come, his own Anijia would have been tricked by this treacherous boy in front of him! ?
It was just less than a minute since we met.

Tobirama labeled Menma as cunning and deceitful.

"Haha, Menma boy is really good."

Hashirama naturally didn't have as many complicated thoughts as his younger brother. He just really thought that Menma was a good boy.

"Menma-kun, since you are willing to come here today, you must be willing to negotiate. Everything in the past, no matter how much I want to say, is meaningless. But today, if we want Menma-kun and Hikari Village to stop the war, what do we need to pay?"

Tobirama, who was sitting nearby, saw that his own Anijia seemed to want to continue the conversation, so he immediately interrupted.

"Pay anything?"

Menma smiled softly.

"Mr. Nidaime, you should know that it takes two to tango. The same is true for war. I came here today and am willing to talk to you first. Of course, I came here with a certain degree of sincerity. Do you want to avoid war? It's very simple. All we need is for the Hidden Leaf Village to declare unconditional surrender, then the war will not break out, and everything can have the most peaceful ending."

Come to think of it, Menma was planning to say this to Naruto before. Didn't his younger brother say that for the sake of peace, they should learn to let go of their obsessions, let go of certain hatreds, and understand each other?

Then why must Uzumaki Menma be the one to let the Hidden Village accommodate other ninja villages?
Why can't the major ninja villages voluntarily give up their own interests and status and choose to surrender! ?

If it is really for the sake of peace, and if it is really for the happiness and stable life of the general public, why can't you, the high-ranking people in the ninja village, make some sacrifices?

Menma is definitely not a bloodthirsty person.

Even if he wanted to take revenge, it would only be limited to a very small number of people. As for the rest of the ordinary ninjas and civilians, Menma was too lazy to pay attention to them as long as they were sensible enough.

Menma will treat everyone equally.

Don't want war, want peace?

It's simple. As long as you surrender unconditionally, everything will be easy.

There was no concealment at all, these words were spoken nakedly.

Not to mention Tobirama Senju and Hiruzen Sarutobi.

The first generation Hokage's expression froze.

"Unconditional surrender? Do you know what you are talking about, Menma-kun?"

Tobirama's expression darkened slightly, and he looked Menma straight in the eye and asked.

Surrender is already an extreme word, but unconditional surrender? Does it really mean that they have complete control over the Hidden Leaf Village? If they really do that, wouldn't they just be leaving everything to the other side to deal with?

It is impossible for a normal person to make such a judgment, right?

"Menma boy, are you kidding me? I think as long as some misunderstandings are resolved and some mistakes are corrected, that's enough, right? As for the rest, if there's anything you're dissatisfied with, we can all have a good talk about it and do what needs to be done. There's no need to do this, right?"

Hashirama slightly restrained the smile on his lips, looked at Menma with a slightly frown, and asked softly.

If I could really choose to surrender directly.

What else are they doing here?
There is absolutely no need to let Tsunade perform the Impure World Summoning and the others. After all, in order to save Konoha, peace is of course very important, but the existence and inheritance of Konohagakure Village are also crucial.

We can't just surrender because of these few words. What will happen to the Hidden Leaf Village?
Disappeared in the long river of history?

Not to mention others, even Hashirama himself couldn't accept it.

That was the result of many years of hard work, and the result of the joint efforts of the Senju clan and the Uchiha clan.

Later, for the development of the Hidden Leaf Village, the huge Senju clan was wiped out without a trace. How could they give up Konoha so easily?
Konoha disappeared.

That would truly mean the demise of the Senju clan of the forest.

"Are you kidding? Lord Hashirama, do you think I'm kidding? Isn't peace what you want to propose? I was just stating my demands. You started a war, and now you want peace? What? Do you want to avoid responsibility after doing something wrong? Or is what Lord Hashirama said about wanting peace just empty talk? Is it a lie?"

Menma raised the corners of his mouth slightly, revealing a hint of sarcasm.

I want peace without paying any price.

There is no such good thing in the world. For Menma, wanting peace? It's very simple, giving up resistance can usher in peace.

A result that ordinary people would definitely like the most.

At least they don't have to bear the pain of losing their loved ones, nor endure the ravages of war.

if not.

Even if Menma could exercise restraint and order his Light Ninjas to capture as many ninjas from the Hidden Leaf Village as possible, as long as the war started, there would be a certain price to pay and people would be killed and sacrificed.

Menma has already given the choice.

The next step would be to look at Konoha and see whether the three Hokage in front of them could accept such a judgment that would bring peace in the true sense without the need for bloodshed.

After all, Menma is not Uchiha Madara in the original work, who wants to achieve that kind of dreamlike peace.

"Menma-kun, we in Konoha can naturally bear the responsibility for the war, and we can also try our best to make up for the mistakes in the past, but asking us to surrender unconditionally is too much to ask, right? You have no sincerity in negotiating."

Tobirama's eyes also became a little cold as he spoke.

Hashirama also said with a serious face: "Menma boy, I think we should open our hearts and talk sincerely. Can't we go back to the time before the war? We can give more compensation, and your status of the Hikari Village can be recognized, as long as you return the captured ninjas from various countries' ninja villages and the tailed beasts that they originally belonged to to the various countries' ninja villages. Nine-Tails, we will not make any demands. After all, you are the Nine-Tails Jinchūriki now. In this way, everything can return to the original peace, and everyone can live in peace. Isn't that good?"

There is a bit of earnest advice in this.

From the perspective of the pillar.

He really didn't want to take action against the opponent.

Because he himself knew very well that it was their Konoha that was sorry for Menma. Menma was the son of the Hokage of the Hidden Leaf Village. His status was the same as Tsunade's. His parents sacrificed themselves for the village, and he himself became the Nine-Tails Jinchuriki.

The village did not take good care of Menma, and that is the village's responsibility.

So, on some necessary issues.

Hashirama felt that his own ninja village could and must make concessions, such as the Nine-Tails.

If you still ask them to return the Nine-Tailed Fox, that would be outrageous.

Therefore, Hashirama felt that it was completely fine for his own Konoha to suffer a little more loss and pay a little more price, as long as it could make Menma eliminate his resentment and anger and reach a peace agreement.

(End of this chapter)